Senior Embedded Developer

Solink; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Embedded Developer to design and implement high-performance embedded software across hardware product lines. This role includes leadership responsibilities and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive impactful solutions supporting growth. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience with embedded systems, including advanced skills in Rust or C/C++. We offer a hybrid work model with generous benefits and a clear path for growth.

Benefits

Fully paid health & dental benefits

$500 health spending account

Monthly wellness reimbursements

Qualifications

• 7+ years in embedded or low-level systems development.
• Deep understanding of Linux internals.
• Proven experience in managing production embedded devices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software across hardware portfolios.
• Develop communication layers between edge devices and cloud.
• Lead integration of external hardware systems.

Skills

Rust proficiency

C/C++ proficiency

Linux system internals knowledge

Embedded device management

Hardware communication protocols

Networking protocols knowledge

Embedded build systems experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GCC

OpenEmbedded

Yocto

Buildroot

Job description

Overview

Senior Embedded Developer, Device Management

Location: Ottawa, ON | Hybrid (preferred)

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Sean O'Hagan, Director of Engineering

Type: Permanent | Full-Time

About Solink

At Solink, our mission is to safeguard what matters most. We provide businesses with the tools to know sooner and act faster by transforming video security into real-time operational insights.

Our cloud-based platform integrates with cameras and systems to become intelligent sensors that detect and interpret key moments, enabling data-driven decisions, enhanced security, and improved operational efficiency.

Trusted by 30,000+ locations across 32+ countries, including McDonald’s and JYSK, Solink helps reduce shrink, optimize performance, and respond proactively to potential threats.

We are growing rapidly, earning industry recognition, and scaling with purpose. We have been recognized by Deloitte’s Fast 50 and Fast 500, Business Intelligence Group, and as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work.

The Role

As a Senior Embedded Software Developer, you’ll play a technical leadership role in building and maintaining secure, performant embedded systems powering Solink’s device management platform. You’ll collaborate across engineering, product, and operations teams to design scalable infrastructure and solve complex problems at the edge. This role offers ownership of architecture decisions and mentoring opportunities while delivering impactful solutions that support Solink’s rapid growth.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement secure, high-performance embedded software across Solink’s hardware portfolio.
• Architect, develop, and maintain embedded software for IoT devices and IP cameras with a focus on scalability and long-term maintainability.
• Build and evolve robust communication layers between edge devices and the cloud using modern protocols.
• Develop real-time and fault-tolerant systems for security-critical features.
• Lead the integration and control of external hardware systems including cameras, access controllers, sensors, and other IoT devices.
• Optimize software for performance, power consumption, and reliability across diverse hardware configurations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex firmware/hardware integration issues in the field.
• Design and improve embedded update systems and remote diagnostics tools for fleet-wide device management.
• Drive architectural decisions and contribute to infrastructure components such as messaging daemons, SPI-based protocols, or offline failover logic.
• Write and maintain test suites and observability tools (e.g., OpenTelemetry, LTTNG) to ensure reliability, performance, and traceability at scale.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews, best practices, and technical leadership.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, cloud engineers, and support teams to ensure real-world performance and security requirements are met.

What You Bring

Must-Have:

• 7+ years of professional experience in embedded or low-level systems development with advanced proficiency in Rust or C / C++, and working knowledge of Python or Shell scripting
• Deep understanding of Linux system internals, including kernel modules, device trees, TTY/serial drivers, memory management, and bootloader optimization.
• Proven experience in managing embedded devices in production environments, including OTA updates, diagnostics, and lifecycle management.
• Expertise in hardware communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO).
• Solid grasp of networking and transport protocols (TCP/IP, MQTT, HTTP, etc.).
• Experience with embedded build systems and toolchains such as GCC, OpenEmbedded, Yocto, or Buildroot.
• Demonstrated ability to lead architecture and system-level design of embedded platforms with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and resiliency.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with peer-to-peer or mesh networking architectures in IoT ecosystems.
• Hands-on experience with tracing and observability tools like OpenTelemetry or LTTNG.
• Exposure to Kubernetes/Docker and CI/CD for embedded software.
• Experience working on video streaming platforms or multimedia firmware.
• Familiarity with AI/ML on edge devices (e.g., TensorFlow Lite, OpenCV).
• Contributions to open-source embedded or IoT projects.
• Passion for hardware integration, edge computing, or mission-critical firmware systems.

Security Requirements

• Candidates must undergo a criminal records check upon hire
• Be a Canadian Citizen (dual citizens included), or eligible to work in Canada
• Be willing to comply with Solink’s security policies and standards

Our Values

We do things the Solink way:

• Act with URGENCY – Our customers move fast, so we do too.
• Deliver with QUALITY – We sweat the details and hold a high bar.
• Win with TEAM – No egos. Just outcomes, built together.
• Lead with TRUST – We earn it through clarity, consistency, and care.

Why Solink?

We’re not just building tech—we’re building a place where great people do great work.

Clarity and trust: Where the role allows, we support flexibility in how and where work gets done—and we’re upfront about what’s required.

Meaningful equity: Every full-time, permanent employee has a stake in our growth.

Comprehensive benefits: Fully paid health & dental (no waiting period) + $500 health spending account.

Wellness support: Monthly reimbursement for fitness, wellness, or mental health programs.

Growth through merit: Advancement is based on contribution, initiative, and the ability to raise the bar—instead of politics.

Candid culture: Clear expectations, honest feedback, and no politics.

Social connection: From So-learns to Solink-o and So-lunches, we stay connected in ways that actually feel fun.

What to Expect from the Hiring Process

We respect your time and value transparency. Here’s a general idea of what to expect:

• Intro call with our Talent Team (~45 minutes)
• Technical coding assessment (~60 minutes)
• Interview with the Hiring Manager (45-60 minutes)
• Final interviews with cross-functional team members (~120 minutes)

Offer & Onboarding

Please note: this is subject to change at any point in the recruitment process based on the needs of the business.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a short cover letter via our Careers Page. Let us know what excites you about this role, and how you’d help move Solink forward.

Solink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please let us know.